siliconindia | | MAY 20259range from soil health to crop rotation, pest control, and management of livestock. These ensure that sustainability and ecological balance are promoted. Products under NPOP have the 'India Organic' logo as a sign of trust with the assurance to the consumer that products have been prepared according to strict organic guidelines.Accreditation of certification bodies involved in organic producers and processors is an integral part of NPOP. Certification agencies inspect these places and ensure compliance with NPOP's guidelines to let the producers tag their products as organic. It also allows access to domestic and international markets for the certified products. Global recognition of NPOP standards ensures that Indian organic products meet international expectations, thereby boosting exports and enhancing India's reputation as a credible supplier of organic goods.The NPOP encourages organic practices significantly for sustainable agriculture in India. It ensures that the dependency on synthetic chemicals reduces, biodiversity increases, and health of the soil is maintained along with the worldwide efforts to mitigate climate change. Through synergies between bodies like APEDA and NPOP, the export of certified organic products has thereby streamlined, making India a stalwart in this global organic market.Organic Farming Market Poised for Growth in IndiaThe organic farming market in India is anticipated to increase from about USD 1.64 billion in 2024 to around USD 2.13 billion by 2030, largely due to increasing demand from consumers for healthy, chemical-free food, support from the government, and technological advancement in agriculture. Increased soil health, biodiversity, and environment-friendly agriculture contribute to this growth.Below are the few organic farming companies shaping the future:Phalada Agro Research Foundations Pvt. Ltd.Phalada Agro Research Foundations Pvt. Ltd. is one of the noticeable organic food company in India under the brand name 'Phalada Pure and Sure'. They offer a vast range of organic products, which includes spices, herbs, grains, pulses, and snacks. Sustainability is the motto for the company, as they engage with farmers to promote organic farming and also for rural development. Through vertical integration, Phalada meets high standards of quality and is certified by international organic certifying bodies. The company also exports into the US, Europe, and Asia. Phalada's commitment to R&D allows it to innovate in organic farming and food production and remains at the forefront of the industry.ElWorld Agro & Organic Foods Pvt. Ltd.ElWorld Agro & Organic Foods Pvt. Ltd. is a leading organic food company in India and offers a range of products through the 'ElWorld Organics' brand including grains, pulses, spices, herbs, and oils. Sustainability is the core idea while creating value using the farmers towards organic farming and social development toward rural areas. Being vertically integrated along its supply chain, ElWorld ensures uncompromised quality standards and certifications from international organic certifying bodies. It exports into the US, Europe, and Asia and focuses on applying high state-of-the art technology in every stage of business production in achieving top organic output.Looking AheadOrganic farming in India is also on an expansion path for cultivation areas, with a total of approximately 2.78 million hectares under organic agriculture. The leader states in the transformation are Sikkim, Uttarakhand, and Tripura. In West India, favorable policies along with traditional farming practices, organic farming is the number one region for organic farming. With continued support and innovation, organic farming has a bright future for India's agriculture, providing potential for farmers, consumers, and investors.
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